Mightier than the Sword: by Jeffrey Archer (The Clifton Chronicles Series, Book 5) | Summary & Analysis

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Mightier than the (The Clifton Chronicles Series, Book 5) by Jeffrey Archer | Summary & Analysis

This is a Summary & Analysis of Mightier than the Sword. Jeffrey Archer continues the Clifton Chronicles series in this suspense novel. In it, the Barrington and Clifton families continue to navigate the turbulent politics of the twentieth century at the global and local levels, helping to guide their firms, their country and their world as the circumstances of each change. A new generation of the combined family begins to take its place in shaping the family’s fortune, bespeaking a promise of more to come.

Jeffrey Archer’s latest installment in the series, depicts the continuing affairs of the Barrington and Clifton families as they engage in new ventures. Barrington Shipping launches a new liner, which is immediately beset by problems from those opposed to the Barringtons and the Britain of which they are an integral part. At the same time, various members of the Barrington and Clifton families—most notably Sebastian—face personal and professional trials that help them to accrue and maintain power with which not only to enrich themselves but to try to maintain what is good about the passing world while embracing what is good in the emergent.

This companion to Mightier than the Sword also includes the
• Book Review
• Story Setting Analysis
• Story elements you may have missed as we decipher the novel
• Details of Characters & Key Character Analysis
• Summary of the text, with some analytical comments interspersed
• Thought Provoking /or Discussion Questions for both Readers & Book Clubs
• Discussion & Analysis of Themes, Symbols…
• And Much More!

This Analysis fills the gap, making you understand more while enhancing your reading experience.

Genres: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Family

75 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 4, 2015

Reviews

[Juliet Joan · Rating 5 out of 5]

By chance I re-discovered Jeffrey Archer 's Only time will tell (Nr. 1 in the chronicle)
All read between Dec. 14, 2020 and January 29, 2021)
The only thing I can tell you is that I devoured all 7 of the Clifton Chronicles in about 6 weeks and when I had finished part 7 I was rather emotional, because the saga had taken hold of me.
I must admit it was wrapped up rather nicely.

Although Archer's style of writing is rather formal he is such a "player" with words, incredible. He knows his history and his characters are placed against a background of true historical background.

Chapeau Mr. Archer!

[Neil · Rating 4 out of 5]

A solid entry in the *Clifton Chronicles*, *Mightier Than the Sword* delivers political intrigue, family drama, and Jeffrey Archer's signature twists. Harry and Emma face gripping challenges, keeping the pages turning. While not the strongest in the series, it's still an engaging read. **3.5/4 stars**—worth it for fans!

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

Continuing saga - I don't really like that the ending does not wrap up the current issue at hand ; you have to get the next book to see how it resolves.. But, easy read and entertaining. The bad characters seem to come out on top most of the time.

[David Mitchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very readable.

[Cathy Cobb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really liked this series. Husband loved it as well.

[Diana Bonner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book in the series

[Louis Chan]

good

[David Crawford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this booked - gripping all the way through and some great characters

[Chelle McGuire · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was certainly better than #4. I thought this was the last book, I am apparently mistaken :)

[Alisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I simply could not get through this one - the plot was so trite that I just gave up.

[Deborah Waters · Rating 4 out of 5]

Once again ending in a cliffhanger. Very interesting and educational.

[Minouti · Rating 2 out of 5]

Vwry average book nothing happening, kind of filling a gap and extending the series

[Gloria Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again Archer has tied up loose ends from the cliff-hanger in Book 4...and left us with another cliffhanger in this book. If you haven't already started this series, start with the first and keep on reading - each one is terrific, and now I can't wait for the author to finish Book 6. In this book, the infamous Lady Virginia again rears her ugly head, as well as the despicable Major Fisher. And new villains are introduced! Harry Clifton is remarkably clever and brave as he tries to get a Russian author released from imprisonment in Siberia following his tell-all book about Stalin. Emma faces challenges as chairman of the board at Barrington and also a libel/slander lawsuit from Lady Virginia. Great book with numerous surprises and plot twists.

[Janis Edwards · Rating 5 out of 5]

It has been a long time since I've read an entire series or a collection of one author's work. I read straight through Jeffrey Archer's work and would have continued with the 6th book if it were published. Of course, all who read this are waiting to learn the results of a court trial.
I enjoyed the characters and the historical progress through the decades. The insights into the shipping, banking, publishing businesses, and politics of the times gave me more than enough to hold my interest.
Well written. Grateful for Jeffrey Archer's intelligent writing style and skill with language.

[Diane Friswell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am really enjoying this series. They are family saga's where you are waiting to see what happens in each book as you are left on a cliff hanger this book in particular. As I read them on my kindle I find myself downloading the next book straight away.
The twists and turns are not things that I have foreseen and I find myself turning the pages in anticipation. We are now at a stage in history that I remember and its interesting to read about it. If you enjoy family saga's I would highly recommend this series of books.

[Andy Bowditch · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is another fantastic book in the Clifton Chronicles. Picking up directly from the end of the 4th book this book follows the ups and downs of the families.

The family trees at the start of the book are a useful reminder of the past.

It's hard to review sections of the book without spoilers but fans of this series will not be disappointed.

[Mj Amirault · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another intresting read by Jeffrey Archer. I enjoyed this story, although at times I thought the characters were a bit neive acting in the circumstances they were in. I would like this to have been the end of the Clifton Chronicles, but I fear there will be another book in the future. The waiting begins!

[Bexbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

this one was tedious for me at first, then about 60% of the way in... i got hooked, breathlessly reading until the final page, and now have to wait a year to find out what happens.... jeffrey archer has out done himself again.

[Martha Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent. I can't wait for the next book in the series.

Archer keeps your attention from start to finish. Sebastian is becoming the primary protagonist. Archer is a wonderful writer and continues to carry the Clifton family into modern times.

[Frieda Perry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Archer's books but every installment of the "Clif-ton" chronicles leaves its readers on a cliff-hanger, at the end, and we must wait a year for resolution.

[Laurie Jasper · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have read all the books in the series so far, I love them!

[Jo Tomey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent...of course.

[Peggy · Rating 3 out of 5]

rather "British-ly" dry. but interesting info about how business and government and people run countries.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am really enjoying listening to this whole series of the Clifton Chronicles. As always left on a cliff hanger. Will be moving on to the next one soon.

[Mary Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book as much as I loved the others in this series. I hope there is a number 6!

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This vendetta against the cliftons is getting tedious
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[Anthonymph · Rating 4 out of 5]

Same formula but still
entertaining... Want to read the next..